Depression is such a terrible disease. It strikes both the patient and their loved ones. I have a dear friend from work who is manic-depressive and we suffered through many episodes. And we have a very close family member who thankfully asked for help with depression. But, unfortunately I just learned this weekend of another friend I worked with for almost 10 years who took his life at the age of 40. On the surface this was a man with a very successful business and beautiful family with two beautiful small children. I was envious of his "success". But he had an inner turmoil that appears to be brought on by financial problems from losing his home.
Yes, we need to remove the "label" to try to make it easier for our friends and loved ones to ask for help.
